Construction Project Manager - Chemical Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG is seeking to fill a Construction Project Manager - Chemical Manufacturing position for our client.

Location: Wilmington, MA

Duration: 12 months

Description:

Project Management

• Plan, direct, and coordinate all phases of construction and capital projects at the chemical plant, from pre-FEED through mechanical completion and handover
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, cost estimates, and change orders
• Coordinate with Process Engineers, Project Managers, and plant operations to minimize production disruptions during construction activities

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce OSHA standards, including Process Safety Management (PSM) / 29 CFR 1910.119, during all construction activities near or within covered process areas
• Manage Management of Change (MOC) processes for all construction-related modifications
• Ensure contractor compliance with site-specific safety programs, hot work permits, confined space entry, LOTO, and hazardous material handling procedures
• Coordinate Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR) prior to commissioning of new or modified equipment
• Conduct and document safety inspections, incident investigations, and near-miss reporting

Contractor & Vendor Management

• Solicit, evaluate, and award bids; manage contracts with general contractors, specialty subcontractors (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil), and vendors
• Supervise on-site contractor activities to ensure quality, safety, and schedule adherence
• Review and approve Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and change order requests

Technical Oversight

• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and construction documents for constructability
• Oversee installation of process equipment including pressure vessels, piping systems, heat exchangers, pumps, and electrical/instrumentation systems
• Ensure work is performed per applicable codes (ASME, API, NEC, NFPA) and plant standards

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide regular project status updates to plant leadership and corporate stakeholders
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Operations, EHS, and Engineering teams throughout project lifecycle
• Manage permitting with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA, local fire marshal)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 5–10 years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years in a chemical, petrochemical, or industrial process plant environment
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA PSM regulations, contractor safety management, and industrial safety practices
• Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) project delivery
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project)
• Familiarity with process piping, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment installation

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP certification
• Experience with Hazardous Materials handling and EPA RMP compliance
• Knowledge of ASME, API, NFPA codes applicable to chemical facilities
• Experience managing turnaround/shutdown projects

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $90 hourly. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.